Why Shorter?

Shorter University is ranked a Best Southeastern College by the Princeton Review. It is easy to see why. We have faculty from around the world, some who obtained degrees from schools like Harvard University, The Julliard School, the University of Denver, and the University of Virginia. Our small, interactive classes mean they can give students personalized attention and support.

Atlanta

Chattanooga

Birmingham

Big Cities. Big Community.

Shorter has easy access to Atlanta–one of the biggest and most diverse cities in the United States–as well as Birmingham and Chattanooga. Even still, there is always something going on right here on campus. At Shorter, we are a caring community that wants to see all our students succeed academically and grow spiritually.

You are a transfer student who has completed more than 24 transferrable credits

You studied at Atlanta English Institute (AIE) and completed its IEP program (Level 7).

You studied at Georgia Tech Language Institute and passed all 700-level academic track courses with a B-average

You studied at an EF Language Center and completed University Prep level C1-3

Get information about Shorter University’s Partnership with AEI for your ESL needs:

We are proud partners of Atlanta English Institute (AEI) for your ESL needs.

International students who wish to attend Shorter University and meet all academic requirements but still need further English Proficiency, can apply and obtain a conditional admission to Shorter University.

You can complete your English training at AEI and once you finish their IEP program (Level 7) you can enroll at Shorter University.

AEI has more than 25 years of experience in providing academic excellence in English as a Second Language Training (ESL) in Atlanta. It is located in the heart of the metro Atlanta area within easy reach of the highway and public transportation. Shorter University is only 1 ½ hr. to the north of AEI.

If you have completed an ESL program in any other center that is different from those listed here, please provide us with details about the program and level you achieved because you could be exempt from further English proficiency tests.

International students need to show financial means to support their studies and living expenses while the United States. Once their financial support documentation is approved, an I-20 will be issued so that the student may proceed in the visa application process.

Welcome! Shorter University is proud to be on the Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission (SACM) list of Recommended Universities. Here are a few reasons you will love Shorter.

At many universities it is easy for international students to only make friends with people from their home country. They stay in a bubble of their own culture. This is not possible at Shorter since we admit only a few students per country. Our students have the best opportunity to encounter diverse people, understand American culture, and improve their English.

We know writing academic reports and essays is hard work, especially in a foreign language. Our Tutoring Center offers free writing support and can help students study for almost any course. In addition, professors here have a passion for teaching and they are happy to discuss your work.

Lastly, the staff in the International Programs office are available to help with issues like visas, insurance, taxes, and all the issues of living in a new country. We organize events and trips, and we may even bring in sweets to share!

Meet the Staff

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Shorter University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, physical handicap, or sex in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University-administered programs.

ABOUT SHORTER

Founded in 1873, Shorter University is a Christ-centered, four-year liberal arts university committed to excellence in education. U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review annually include Shorter on their lists of best Southeastern Colleges. The university offers traditional bachelor’s degrees in 40 areas of study, as well as online associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs.